By the time Chicago gets its first cold snap for the season, your commercial boiler should have already had a full startup check and be ready to go. Waiting until the building needs steady heat makes every small problem harder to deal with and can compromise your employees’ health and productivity. Our team at Althoff Industries, Inc. helps Chicago facility managers catch boiler issues early, plan repairs around operations, and avoid unnecessary downtime when temperatures drop.
Althoff Industries, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category
Is Your Commercial Boiler Ready? Five Problems Facility Managers Should Catch Before Heating Season
Tuesday, October 6th, 2026Winter Energy Tune-Up: Operational Tweaks Facility Managers Can Make Without Major Capital Spend
Monday, February 2nd, 2026Winter energy costs can rise quickly in commercial facilities, especially when systems run longer to maintain comfort. The good news is that improving efficiency doesn’t always require major upgrades or large capital investments. Strategic operational adjustments can significantly reduce energy waste while keeping buildings comfortable, compliant, and productive throughout the colder months.
A winter energy tune-up focuses on maximizing performance from existing systems. That’s where experienced facility partners make a real difference.
Post-Holiday System Check: What Facility Managers Should Review Before Deep Winter Sets In
Monday, January 5th, 2026January is a critical time for facility and property managers. After holiday shutdowns or periods of reduced occupancy, building systems often transition quickly back to full operation just as winter conditions intensify. A post-holiday system check helps ensure HVAC and mechanical equipment are ready to perform reliably before late-winter cold places maximum demand on the system.
Conducting a structured review now allows managers to identify hidden issues, correct control settings, and avoid unexpected disruptions during the coldest stretch of the season.
Stop Wasting Heat: How Air Rotation Units Keep Your Facility Comfortable & Efficient
Monday, November 3rd, 2025In large commercial and industrial spaces, winter heating can feel like an uphill battle. Warm air naturally rises to the ceiling, creating a toasty upper layer while workers on the floor shiver in cold pockets. This thermal stratification doesn’t just compromise comfort—it drives energy costs through the roof as systems overwork to compensate. Air Rotation Units (ARUs) from Althoff Industries, Inc. solve the problem by gently recirculating air from top to bottom, delivering even temperatures, lower bills, and a more productive environment.
Tips for Balancing a Boiler Replacement with Business Operation
Monday, February 17th, 2025
Do you have a boiler at your business location? If it’s showing signs of age, it may be time to upgrade to a new system before the winter season ends. This is a great way to enjoy a heating boost before warmer temperatures arrive and also ensure that you have a new system in place and working before the next winter season.
Give us a call and get on our calendar for a commercial boiler replacement in Chicago today while we’re in the slow season. Keep reading to learn the signs you need to watch for indicating problems at your business.
It’s Never Too Late to Schedule Commercial Heating Maintenance
Monday, December 9th, 2024
When it comes to maintaining a commercial facility, skipping essential tasks like heating maintenance can have costly consequences. If you’re a business owner or facility manager, keeping your commercial heating in Chicago, IL in prime condition should always be a priority—even if you’ve missed the ideal maintenance window. The good news is that it’s never too late to schedule commercial heating maintenance, and doing so can make a big difference in the performance and reliability of your system.
Here’s why routine heating maintenance is a must for commercial properties and why partnering with a professional contractor like Althoff Industries is the smartest move you can make.
An Overview of the Types of Commercial Boilers
Monday, February 20th, 2023
When you need to choose a new commercial boiler for your facility, you’ll have several different options. The type you choose depends a great deal on the type of business you run and the purpose of the boiler.
For example, if the boiler is designed to provide heating to the tenants of a large building, you’ll need a boiler much different from a boiler used to maintain the heat needed for processing in a manufacturing plant.
We handle many types of commercial boilers in Chicago, IL, and you can trust that we’ll steer you toward the right type to serve your needs and then have it installed correctly. We’ll focus on finding units that will save energy and lower the chance of downtime.
When Is It Time to Call for Service for Your Commercial Heating System?
Monday, February 6th, 2023
In the middle of a Chicago winter, you depend heavily on the heating system for your commercial property. Even a small interruption in the heater’s operation can mean significant revenue loss from downtime. Acting fast is the key to mitigating these problems, so let’s look at how you can tell it’s time to schedule professional service for your commercial heating system.
The Importance of Proper Sizing for Your Commercial Heating Equipment
Monday, January 24th, 2022
When handling the commercial heating needs of a facility, our technicians have to take many factors into consideration. These factors are more extensive than for residential homes, although many are the same on a more extensive scope. One of the most important challenges for proper commercial heating installation and replacement is properly sizing the equipment to match the space.
Unfortunately, poor sizing for commercial HVAC equipment is a common problem our technicians encounter when doing repairs or maintenance. Not all commercial HVAC contractors make the same level of effort in sizing equipment, sometimes taking shortcuts and using “guesstimates” when it comes to judging how powerful a heating system a facility needs. This is why we encourage you to always work with the best people offering commercial HVAC in Naperville, IL—the difference in proper sizing alone is tremendous.
Signs Your Commercial Exhaust System Is Malfunctioning
Monday, January 10th, 2022
Any commercial facility requires some level of exhaust for proper air circulation. For some businesses, a powerful exhaust system is one of the biggest necessities for regular operation. Restaurants and commercial kitchens require exhaust systems that must meet code requirements.
Handling exhaust system repair in Chicago, IL is one of the many jobs we do for local businesses. We encourage you to sign up for regular maintenance service with our team so we can help you pinpoint major issues such as exhaust malfunctions before they pose a threat to regular operations. Maintenance also goes a long way toward preventing problems in the first place. However, sometimes exhaust system problems will catch you by surprise. In these cases, the best tool available to you is noticing early something is wrong so you can call us—we offer 24-hour emergency service to keep businesses working!
What are some of the ways to tell the vital exhaust system in your commercial kitchen, restaurant, or other facility needs repairs? We’ve listed some common signs below.